* * *KNEE OSTEOARTHRITIS * * *
KNEE OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CHONDROITIN SULFATE Chondroitin sulfate should be first line therapy for knee osteoarthritis according to a new clinical trial, due to its efficacy and safety. Published in the journal Annals of Rheumatic Disease, researchers conducted a...
* COLON CANCER AND TREE NUTS *
Patients With Colon Cancer Who Eat Tree Nuts Experience Nearly a 50% Reduction in Recurrence May 17, 2017—Chicago, Illinois—A study of 826 patients with stage 3 colon cancer showed that those who consumed 2 ounces or more of nuts per week were at a 42% lower risk of...
* * * UNERACTIVE THYROID * * *
Are you one of the 5% of women who have an underactive thyroid? Have you wondered when being diagnosed, why you haven't been offered any explanation about the cause? Strange ? It is 2017 and we are not offered any information about the causes of your underactive...
* * * MORE GLUTEN TALK * * *
Last week we spoke about the genes that make us susceptible, or more prone to develop gluten sensitivity (a condition called Non Coeliac Gluten Sensitivity – NCGS). This time around I am going to talk about the mental health and neurological effects of gluten...
GLUTEN – TO EAT OR NOT TO EAT…..
Gluten - to EAT or NOT to EAT that is the (digestion) question? Going gluten free has become an increasing trend in recent years. In fact it appears to be more fashionable than smashed avocado. But there is often scepticism expressed about the medical need, and...
* * * IRRITABLE BOWEL SYNDROME (IBS) * * *
IBS may not be considered a serious medical condition, but it can and does cause major unhappiness and disturbance in your life. Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) can lead to pain, bloating and cramping as well as diarrhoea or constipation, or alternations between the...
CONCERNED ABOUT THE AFFECTS OF RITALIN?
CONCERNED ABOUT THE AFFECTS OF RITALIN? There has been recent media highlighting the concerns about the spiralling increase in the use of Ritalin and Dexamphetamine to treat ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder). Especially in young children, despite Ritalin...
BENEFITS OF VITAMIN D AND CANCER
In a meta-analysis of 64 studies including a total of 44,165 cancer cases, higher vitamin D was associated with better overall survival and progression free survival. The article below is on the benefits of high vitamin D and the improved cancer outcomes from the...
* * * PREMENOPAUSAL BREAST CANCER * * *
PREMENOPAUSAL BREAST CANCER - increased risk with diets with highest inflammatory score A diet high in sugar, refined carbohydrates, and red and processed meat during adolescence and early adulthood may raise the risk for early-onset breast cancer, according to a...
ON THYROXINE AND STILL DON'T FEEL WELL?
ARE YOU BEING TREATED FOR AN UNDERACTIVE THYROID (hypothyroidism), but still don't feel well? Despite being prescribed Thyroxine, are you still experiencing weight gain, brain fog, fatigue, depression, dry skin, hair or menstrual problems? Although medically...
* * * DR HAUSCHKA MAKE YOU OVER * * *
LET DR HAUSCHKA MAKE YOU OVER IN A FREE 30 MINUTE MAKE OVER Dr Hauschka make you over is on again Friday the 24th of March 11am - 3pm each session is 30 minutes. This is the first one for the year and we are offering 10% off when you participate in this fabulous make...
* * * DR HAUSCHKA WORKSHOP * * *
DISCOVER NATURALLY RADIANT SKIN WITH DR HAUSCHKA Dr Hauschka workshop is on again Wednesday the 22nd of March 2pm-4:30pm or 6-8:30pm. This is the first one for the year and we are offering 10% off when you participate in this fabulous hands on workshop. Booking...
* * * Dr HAUSCHKA WORKSHOP * * *
Dr Hauschka workshop is on again Wednesday the 26th of October 2pm-4:30pm or 6-8:30pm. This is the last one for the year and we are offering 10% off when you participate in this fabulous hands on workshop. Booking essential phone 8271-1827 to secure your spot in this...
SPRING CLEAN YOUR MIND
5 Fabulous ideas for spring cleaning your mind this spring time! Spring time often inspires us to declutter our homes and our wardrobes. It is also a great time to consider cleaning out our mental and emotional spaces: our thoughts and feelings. Just as it feels good...
* * * MENOPAUSE * * *
Menopause typically occurs around the age 45-55 but can occur to women before the age of 40 when it is called early menopause. Menopause can also occur through surgery to remove ovaries or through treatment for cancer such as chemotherapy or radiotherapy to the lower...
WHY ULTRA LITE?
* * * * E A T R E A L F O O D A N D L O S E W E I G H T * * * Yes it's possible! Eat 3 balanced meals each day, that's real, wholesome, natural food! ULTRA LITE is a professional weight and health management program that helps you to lose weight and reclaim your...
THE POWER OF MANUKA HONEY
Natures Gold the Manuka Honey People is now available at Botanica Medica! The Power of MANUKA HONEY is amazing, from soothing insect bites and stings to speeding up the healing of cuts, wounds, minor burns and abrasions. It also has antibacterial and antiseptic...
NATUROPATH
We would like to welcome Craig Wainwright to our ever expanding team at Botanica Medica Herbal Centre. Craig is a fully qualified Naturopath and has Diplomas in Nutrition Medicine, Western Herbal Medicine, and is also a registered Pharmacist. He has a strong...
*** PROTEIN BALLS ***
* **PROTEIN BALLS**** 1 can chick peas drained and rinsed ½ cup cacao 1 cup almond meal ½ cup psyllium husks ½ cup chia seeds ½ cup chopped sunflower/pumpkin seeds ½ cup chopped walnuts (or other nuts) Grated rind of one orange 1 teaspoon vanilla essence ½ cup...
* RADICAL REMISSION *
RADICAL REMISSION by Kelly A. Turner, Ph.D. This is a fabulous book about cancer survivors. Patients who had a radical remission. Kelly studied documented cases of cancer patients remissions, published in medical journals and she completed her Ph.D. on this subject....
DRINK MORE GREEN TEA
Drink more green tea to prevent cancer and cardiovascular disease and now periodontal disease! http://1.usa.gov/1ru6TeW
* * * THE PERFECT GIFT * * *
DR HAUSCHKA HAS IT ALL WRAPPED UP Arriving this week at BOTANICA MEDICA 97 Glen Osmond Road, Eastwood, you can also pre-order on 82711827. This special is so amazing that we regret no holds available.
***ACUPUNCTURE***
Acupuncture - What's that about? With its roots firmly in China, history records the first use of acupuncture about 2500 years ago. Since that time it has been refined and developed and taken up by many countries around China, including Japan, Korea and Vietnam....
HANDS ON WORKSHOP
*** FREE DR HAUSCHKA HANDS ON WORKSHOP *** Come in to BOTANICA MEDICA and discover the luxury and uniqueness of DR HAUSCHKA Skin Care in a hands-on-session. Our beautiful representative Josie has been working with Dr HAUSCHKA products for over 10 years. Josie has a...
* * * DR HAUSCHKA * * *
*** WIN 1 of 10 Night Ritual Sets valued at $226 *** Everyone's a winner with Dr Hauschka when you purchase one of the following Melissa Day Cream, Rose Day Cream, Quince Day Cream or Rose Day Cream Light as each one comes with a miniature night serum and a saving of...
*** SUGAR EXPOSED ***
THAT SUGAR BOOK That Sugar Book by Damon Gameau based on "That Sugar Film" is more than just an interesting read, for some I think it will be life changing, it certainly was for him. What I like about this book are the explanations as to why we love sugar so much, as...
* J A N U A R Y S A L E *
ONLY FOUR DAYS LEFT, FINISHES SATURDAY THE 30th OF JANUARY 50% off our entire range of CD's 30% off when you buy 3 or more BUTTER LONDON NAIL POLISH 20% off our shop stock which includes -BOODY -CARDS -TEA POTS. -VITRY -TEA. -THOMPSON'S -INCENSE -FOOD BARS -GREEN...
*** BUTTER LONDON ***
BUTTER LONDON NAIL POLISH SALE ON UNTIL THE 1ST OF March INCLUDES HARDWARE TOPCOAT, FLAWLESS FOUNDATION, NAIL FERTILZER, CUTICLE ELIMINATOR, CUTICLE OIL BUY ONE RECEIVE 20% OFF THE RECOMMENDED RETAIL PRICE BUY THREE RECEIVE 30% OFF THE RECOMMENDED RETAIL PRICE BUTTER...
BREAST CANCER & SUGAR
SUGAR IN WESTERN DIETS INCREASES RISK OF BREAST CANCER TUMORS AND METASTASIS The high amounts of dietary sugar in the typical Western diet may increase the risk of breast cancer and metastasis to the lungs, according to a study at The University of Texas MD Anderson...
QUALITY TESTING HOW AND WHY
Ever wondered how or even if the herbs you take are quality tested? Ever wondered how they make their label claims on Identity, Quality and Purity? Below is a short video from our friends at MediHerb on how they achieve this. Herbal formulas are a combination of...